Reclusive Jackson to appear at MTV Japan awards

Michael Jackson will make a rare public appearance at the MTV Japan awards tomorrow.

The singer will receive the Legend award at the Tokyo ceremony.

"I look forward to seeing old friends and saying hello to my huge fan base in Japan," said Jackson in a statement.

He said fans in Japan, where he has sold more than 100m albums, had consistently shown their love and support to him and his family.

His schedule in Tokyo will include visiting orphanages and meeting with members of Japan's business community.